Best Things To Do in Neil Island

Neil Island is called the vegetable bowl of the islands. This island is one of the few certified locations for organic farming. Here is our top list of things to do in Neil Island also known as Shaheed Dweep.
 

1.  Try Scuba and Glass Bottom Boat Ride at Bharatpur Beach 
   
   Bharatpur Beach is the most prominent beach in Shaheed Dweep (Neil Island), known for its rich marine life. The experience here is very different than that of Havelock Island. Know more about Bharatpur Beach
    
2. Watch a stunning sunset at Laxmanpur Beach
   
   Laxmanpur Beach is a stunning beach that is clean and tidy famous for its sunset. Spend an entire evening watching this amazing sunset. This sunset experience is very different than what you see at other islands. Know more about Laxmanpur Beach
    
3. Trek to the Natural Rock Formation
   
   This Natural rock has been carved as a Bridge. As most of the people at Neil belongs to Bengal origin, the local name for this bridge is Howrah Bridge. Trek to this bridge during low tide. There are 2 bridges here which can be visited. During high tide trek to the second bridge is difficult.
    
4. Indulge in Photography
   
   Neil Island is another beautiful island in the South Andamans that offers mind-blowing sceneries and gorgeous beaches. These scenic sandy beaches with emerald forests and the blue waters of the island is a perfect spot for nature and candid photographs. Carry your camera kit and go about capturing the scenic views and the appealing surroundings of beaches and other parts of the island. The beaches at this island are known for the stunning sunset viewpoints so make sure not to miss it when you are!
    
5. Indulge in Scuba Diving to find Bob the Turtle
   
   Bharatpur Beach is the only beach where water activities can be enjoyed at Neil Island. The various activities in which you can indulge at Neil Island are Swimming, Speed boat rides, Glass-bottom boat rides, Snorkeling, and Scuba diving. The waters here at Neil island are clear blue and shallow and have exotic corals and multiple species of vibrant fish.
   
   Turtles can also be spotted during diving at Neil Island. You can avail of these activities to explore the rich marine life of Neil Island.
   
   In comparison to the Havelock Islands, the water activities such as Scuba Diving and Glass-bottom ride are famous at Havelock. Since there are more options for water sports in Havelock it remains crowded most of the time. When it comes to Neil Island, it too has good dive sites and few water sport activities but this island is more pristine, laid back and close to nature. Given that this island is not visited often by many people and is less crowded, the beaches and waters retain the serenity and cleanliness.
   
   To be honest, Neil Island houses in several copious amounts of marine creatures that are yet to be explored and most of the travelers visiting the island prefer Scuba Diving here so that they could explore the unexplored reefs of this island. At times, if you are lucky you might even spot a dugong or cute sea turtles swimming by.
    
6. Spot Andaman State Animal Dugong
   
   It's true, that you can spot a Dugong while doing Scuba Diving at Neil Island. This has happened many times for our customers. We have a video as well for this which can be seen on YouTube. The dugong is a harmless creature, also called Sea Cow.
    
7. Get Up Early and See Sunrise at Sitapur Beach
   
   Sitapur beach is a usual beach, however, what makes it different is the vast open sea in the front. Get up early by 4 AM and head to this beach to see sunrise.
    
8. Try eating Maggi at Bharatpur Beach
   
   If you ask us for one best place on the entire island to eat Maggi, then we say head to Bharatpur beach at Neil Island. Maggi prepared here is very different and tasty. It's not a soupy noodle but a dried one and is very tasty.
    
9. Explore Various Cuisines
   
   You can go around the island and explore the many restaurants and food outlets in the locality. Give your palate a treat by trying out the different cuisines and the amazing seafood and delicious vegetarian delicacies that are available at the restaurants here. You can take strolls during the evenings and hop into a café for some coffee or snacks.